Manufactured By: Caterpillar
Category: Compact Track Loader
Model Number: 259D
| Make | Caterpillar |
| Model | 259D |
| Type | Compact Track Loader |
| Standard Flow | 20 GPM |
| High Flow | 30 GPM |
| Pressure | 3335PSI PSI |
| Hydraulic HP Standard Flow | 38. HP |
| Hydraulic HP High Flow | 58.4 HP |
| Engine HP | 73. HP |
| Width | 69 in. |
| Lift Capacity at 35% | 2030 lb. |
| Lift Capacity at 50% | 2900 lb. |
| Operating Weight | 8945 lb. |
| Tire Size |
Cab
| FOPS | ISO 3449:2005 Level I |
| FOPS Level II | ISO 3449:2005 Level II |
| ROPS | ISO 3471:2008 |
Dimensions
| Bucket Pin Height – Carry Position | 7.8 in (20 cm) |
| Bucket Pin Height – Maximum Lift | 10.1 ft (3 m) |
| Bucket Pin Reach – Maximum Lift | 9.4 in (24 cm) |
| Clearance at Max Lift and Dump | 7.5 ft (2 m) |
| Clearance at Maximum Lift and Dump | 89.9 in (228 cm) |
| Departure Angle | 35 ° |
| Dump angle | 52 ° |
| Ground Clearance | 8.9 in (23 cm) |
| Height – Top of Cab | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Length – Track on Ground | 59 in (150 cm) |
| Length – with Bucket | 11.5 ft (4 m) |
| Length – With Bucket on Ground | 137.3 in (349 cm) |
| Length – Without Bucket | 108.9 in (277 cm) |
| Length – without Bucket | 9.1 ft (3 m) |
| Maximum Dump Angle | 52 ° |
| Maximum Overall Height | 154.1 in (391 cm) |
| Maximum Reach – With Arms Parallel to Ground | 51.4 in (131 cm) |
| Note | # |
| Overall Height | 12.9 ft (4 m) |
| Overall Length – Track | 78.7 in (200 cm) |
| Overall Track Length | 6.6 ft (2 m) |
| Rack Back Angle – Maximum Height | 87 ° |
| Reach – Maximum Lift/Dump | 23.9 in (61 cm) |
| Reach at Max Lift and Dump | 2 ft (1 m) |
| Turning Radius from Center – Bucket | 86 in (218 cm) |
| Turning Radius from Center – Coupler | 54.8 in (139 cm) |
| Turning Radius from Center – machine rear | 61.5 in (156 cm) |
| Vehicle Width (320 mm/12.6 in tracks) | 66 in (168 cm) |
| Vehicle Width (400 mm/15.7 in tracks) | 69 in (175 cm) |
Engine
| Bore | 3.7 in (9 cm) |
| Displacement | 203 cu in (0 m) |
| Engine Make | DIT |
| Engine Model | Cat C3.3B DIT (turbo) |
| Gross Power | 74.3 hp (55 kw) |
| Gross Power – SAE J1995 | 74.3 hp (55 kw) |
| Net Power | 73.2 hp (55 kw) |
| Net Power – ISO 9249 | 73.9 hp (55 kw) |
| Net Power – SAE 1349 | 73.2 hp (55 kw) |
| Peak Torque | 195.5 lbs/ft |
| Peak Torque – 1,500 rpm – SAE J1995 | 195 ft lbs (89 kg) |
| Stroke | 4.7 in (12 cm) |
| Torque Measured @ | 1500 rpm |
Hydraulic System
| Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 58 hp (43 kw) |
| Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Flow | 30 gal/min (114 l/min) |
| Hydraulic Flow – High Flow – Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
| Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Hydraulic Power (Calculated) | 39 hp (29 kw) |
| Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Flow | 20 gal/min (76 l/min) |
| Hydraulic Flow – Standard – Loader Hydraulic Pressure | 3335 psi |
| Pump Flow | 20.1 gal/min (76 l/min) |
| Relief Valve Pressure | 3335.9 psi |
Loader
| Breakout Force | 5035.4 lbs (2,284 kg) |
| Operating Load | 2899.1 lbs (1,315 kg) |
| Operating Width | 66 in (168 cm) |
| Tipping Load | 5800.4 lbs (2,631 kg) |
Noise Level
| Inside Cab* | 83 dB(A) |
| Note (1) | Cab and Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) are standard in North America and Europe. |
| Note (3) | ***The labeled sound power level for the CE marked configurations when measured according to the test procedure and conditions specified in 2000/14/EC. |
| Outside Cab** | 103 dB(A) |
Operating Specifications
| Alternator Supplied Amperage | 80 A |
| Breakout Force – Tilt Cylinder | 5035 lbs (2,284 kg) |
| Cooling System Fluid Capacity | 3.7 gal (14 l) |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 3 gal (11 l) |
| Fuel Capacity | 27.8 gal (105 l) |
| Ground Contact Area – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track | 1483 cu in (0 m) |
| Ground Contact Area – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 1848 cu in (0 m) |
| Ground Pressure – With 320 mm/12.6 in Track | 6 psi |
| Ground Pressure – With 400 mm/15.7 in Track | 4.8 psi |
| Hydraulic System Fluid Capacity | 13.3 gal (50 l) |
| Max Speed – high range | 8.6 mph (14 kph) |
| Max Speed – low range | 6 mph (10 kph) |
| Note | # |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V V |
| Operating Weight | 8847.2 lbs (4,013 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacities – 35% Tipping Load | 2030 lbs (921 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacities – 50% Tipping Load | 2900 lbs (1,315 kg) |
| Rated Operating Capacity with Optional Counterweight | 3100 lbs (1,406 kg) |
| Tipping Load | 5800 lbs (2,631 kg) |
Power Train
| Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – One Speed | 5.9 mph (9 kph) |
| Travel Speed – Forward or Reverse – Two Speed | 8.5 mph (14 kph) |
Service Refill Capacities
| Cooling System | 3.7 gal (14 l) |
| Engine Crankcase | 3 gal (11 l) |
| Fuel Tank | 27.7 gal (105 l) |
| Hydraulic System | 13.2 gal (50 l) |
| Hydraulic Tank | 10.3 gal (39 l) |
Undercarriage
| Ground Contact Area | 1488.1 cu in (0 m) |
| Ground Pressure | 6 psi |
| Length of Track on Ground | 11.5 ft (4 m) |
Weights
| Note | # |
| Operating Weight | 8945 lbs (4,057 kg) |